Anambah to Branxton Draft Structure Plan
About the draft Anambah to Branxton Structure Plan
About the draft Anambah to Branxton Structure Plan
The draft Anambah to Branxton (A2B) Structure Plan is a high-level framework that guides how future population growth can be managed in a sustainable way. It takes a different approach by putting infrastructure and community needs at the heart of planning from the outset.
At its meeting of 19 August 2026, Council resolved to place the Anambah to Branxton Draft Structure Plan on public exhibition from Monday 24 August to Tuesday 6 October 2026.
The community is invited to review the plan and provide feedback during this period.
The Structure Plan does not rezone land, approve developments or change current planning controls.
Why is this plan needed?
The Hunter Regional Plan 2041 identified Anambah to Branxton as a Regionally Significant Growth Area. Spanning approximately 15,000 hectares, the area is expected to grow significantly over coming decades, so Cessnock, Maitland and Singleton councils are working together to plan for future communities and infrastructure before growth occurs.
What feedback are we seeking?
We want to hear from landowners, residents, businesses, community members and anyone interested in the future of the area. Tell us whether you support the draft plan, whether you think it manages growth sustainably, and what issues or opportunities should be considered.
Important to know
The draft Structure Plan is a high level framework that guides how future population growth can be managed in a sustainable way.
The draft Structure Plan does not change zoning.
The draft Structure Plan does not approve development.
Any future development would still need to go through the normal planning and approval processes.
Community feedback will help inform the final version of the plan.
View the draft Anambah to Branxton Structure Plan
View the draft Structure Plan, supporting studies, maps and other project information at the:
A2B information hub https://bit.ly/A2BInfoHub
Printed copies of the draft Structure Plan and supporting studies are available at council administration buildings and libraries across Cessnock, Maitland and Singleton. For a full list see further down on this page.
How to Have Your Say
• Complete the online survey
• Make an online submission
• Attend a drop-in session
• Submit a written submission addressed to the General Manager by post to PO Box 152 or email council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au by Tuesday 6 October 2026
• Visit the information hub for project information and to subscribe for updates
Funding acknowledgement
The draft Anambah to Branxton Structure Plan is funded by the Australian Government Housing Support Program and supported by the New South Wales Government in association with Cessnock City Council, Maitland City Council and Singleton Council.
View a printed copy
LGA | Facility | Address |
Cessnock | Cessnock City Library | 65–67 Vincent Street, Cessnock NSW 2325 |
Cessnock | Kurri Kurri Library | 253 Lang Street, Kurri Kurri NSW 2327 |
Cessnock | Cessnock City Council Administration Building | 62–78 Vincent Street, Cessnock NSW 2325 |
Maitland | Maitland City Library | 480 High Street, Maitland NSW 2320 |
Maitland | East Maitland Library | 3 Garnett Road, East Maitland NSW 2323 |
Maitland | Rutherford Library | 13 Arthur Street, Rutherford NSW 2320 |
Maitland | Thornton Library | Taylor Avenue, Thornton NSW 2322 |
Maitland | Maitland City Council Administration Building | 263 High Street, Maitland NSW 2320 |
Singleton | Singleton Public Library | 8–10 Queen Street, Singleton NSW 2330 |
Singleton | Singleton Visitor Information Centre | Townhead Park, New England Highway, Singleton NSW 2330 |
Singleton | Singleton Council Administration Building | 12–14 Queen Street, Singleton NSW 2330 |
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